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Government puts for-profits on the hot seat
For-profit college representatives and advocates are meeting right now in Washington D.C. as the federal government takes a closer look at the financial aspects of these colleges and universities.
Federal officials are reviewing for-profits and their use of government money and aid to their students.
8 financial aid information sites
One of the toughest parts about getting an education is paying for it.
First, you apply for as much federal aid as possible, and then you may have to turn to private student loans. You go to college. You graduate (congratulations!). And then it’s time for loan repayment.
Tough, but not impossible. ...continue reading
